Guosheng Harbor Lighthouse

Tainan Attractions

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Located on a sandbar, the Guosheng Harbor Lighthouse, built in 1957, is the westernmost lighthouse in Taiwan, situated in the Guosheng Harbor of Qigu District, Tainan City. It features a conical steel frame structure painted in black and white. The original Guosheng Harbor Lighthouse was put into operation but was submerged by typhoons and tidal erosion, causing the sandbar to vanish. After being struck by Typhoon Viola in 1969, the tower collapsed and became unusable. In June 1970, a new tower was constructed nearby to replace the old one. Suggested one-day itinerary: Qigu Salt Mountain → Taiwan Salt Museum → Boat ride on Qigu Lagoon → Guosheng Harbor Lighthouse. It is not recommended to visit at night due to lack of lighting. Please exercise caution when approaching from the northern entrance of the northern embankment, as wind can cause sand accumulation; it is advisable to enter from the southern entrance of the northern embankment.

Address：Guosheng Harbor, Qigu District, Tainan City 724, Taiwan

Guosheng Harbor Lighthouse Introduction

The Guosheng Harbor Lighthouse, built in 1957, stands on a sandbank at the westernmost point of Taiwan. Located in the Qigu District of Tainan City, it is the westernmost lighthouse in Taiwan and features a conical steel framework with alternating black and white colors. The original Guosheng Harbor Lighthouse began operation but was lost to the sea due to typhoon damage and tidal erosion, eventually submerging entirely. After being struck by Typhoon Viola in 1969, the tower collapsed and became unusable. In June 1970, a new lighthouse was constructed nearby to replace the old one. Suggested one-day itinerary: Qigu Salt Mountain → Taiwan Salt Museum → boat ride at Qigu Lagoon → Guosheng Harbor Lighthouse. It is not recommended to visit at night due to the lack of illumination. Please be cautious of safety when visiting, as the northern entrance of the northern embankment can easily accumulate sand and soil due to strong winds, which may cause vehicles to get stuck. It is advised to enter from the southern entrance of the northern embankment.

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Guosheng Harbor Lighthouse Travel Information

Address：Guosheng Harbor, Qigu District, Tainan City 724, Taiwan

Remarks："The parking area is located in a remote place, and there have been cases of break-ins and theft of valuables after breaking car windows. Tourists should avoid leaving bags, laptops, or other valuables in the car when getting out to prevent theft." The opening hours of the Guosheng Harbor Lighthouse restroom are from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. If during the opening hours...

Other Nearby Attractions： Black-faced Spoonbill Ecological Exhibition Hall 、 Liu Kong Wharf 、 Chiku Mangrove Natural Reserve 、 Viewing Pavilion 、 Qigu Salt Mountain Park 、 Lungshan Temple 、 Qigu Seafood Street 、 Qigu Visitor Center 、 Zheng Chenggong Memorial Park 、 Taiwan Salt Museum

Nearby Cuisine： Sankou Qiao Tou Sisters Oyster Omelette 、 Sankuchiao Baguo Qigu Oysters 、 Sanguqiaotou Oyster Omelette 、 Sanku Qiaotou 61 Line Oyster Omelette 、 Foreign Mullet Specialty Store 、 Sankou Rice Dumpling 、 Longshan Temple Oyster Omelette 、 Longshan A-Zong Oyster Omelette and Oyster Vermicelli 、 Longshan Lejiao Wang Oyster Omelette 、 Qigu / Dragon Gate Inn Restaurant (Selected to participate in the 2010 Taiwan Food Festival特色餐廳)